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The Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford (MIPS) was established to bring together scientists and physicians who share a common interest in developing and using state-of-the-art imaging technology and developing molecular imaging assays for studying intact biological systems. MIPS has a small animal imaging facility, a radiopharmaceutical facility, and clinical imaging equipment in the Department of Radiology including computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), positron emission tomography combined with CT (PET/CT), and single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT).
Stanford University is committed to increasing representation of women and members of minority groups on its faculty and particularly encourages applications from such candidates. Stanford University offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Level of appointment and salary are negotiable and will be commensurate with experience.
We invite applications for the following positions:
Other Opportunities:
Assistant or Associate Professor, Canary Center for Cancer Early Detection at Stanford
The Canary Center for Cancer Early Detection at Stanford is a new center for the advancement of the use of in vitro and in vivo cancer diagnostic strategies. The center is recruiting several scientists to help build the in vitro diagnostics component of the program. This in vitro component will interact heavily with the Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford (MIPS) (http://mips.stanford.edu) which focuses on in vivo imaging strategies. The appointments will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the University Tenure Line or Research Line. The predominant criterion for appointment in the University Tenure Line is a major commitment to research and teaching. The major criteria for the Research Line is there must be a specific need for research that contributes to the academic program of the department.
Stanford University has made significant commitments towards the expansion of cancer diagnostics including the opening of a new building. The Canary Center is recruiting faculty across several disciplines and significant space has been provided to the program. This is an excellent opportunity for a scientist to join a rapidly expanding program in a University environment with top ranked Schools of Medicine, Engineering, and Physical Sciences. The program is also coupled to the Bio-X, which merges the Schools of Medicine, Engineering, and Humanities/Sciences and the Department of Bioengineering that is jointly supported by the Schools of Engineering and Medicine.
The successful candidate will be a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. who has significant experience in early cancer detection using in vitro strategies (e.g., blood proteomics). Researchers in areas of proteomics, novel in vitro sensor technologies, mouse models of cancer, or bioinformatics related to cancer proteomics are particularly encouraged to apply. Proven ability to develop novel assays, discover and validate biomarkers, and clinical translation of strategies is highly desirable.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach graduate students, attract extramural funding for independent research and foster collaborations with various Departments and industrial partners. He/she is expected to work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of biologists, chemists, physicists, and clinicians that will lead to new approaches for diagnostics and management of cancer. Good communication and teaching skills are essential.
Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of and applications from women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university's research, teaching and clinical missions.
To apply, please send your CV, the names of three referees and a brief statement of research plans
and why you believe you are the right candidate for this position, to:
Sam Gambhir M.D., Ph.D.
Professor of Radiology and Bioengineering
Chairman, Search Committee, The James H. Clark Center
318 Campus Drive, Room E150A
Stanford, CA 94305-5427
Post Doctoral Fellow/Visiting Scholar Position
A Post Doctoral Fellow/Visiting Scholar position is available immediately in the Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford. The candidate must have a PhD degree in Chemistry, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Nanotechnology or a related field. The successful applicants will lead efforts to develop new molecular imaging probes/techniques for cancer early detection. Strong communication skills and success in working in a team environment is required. This position will remain open until filled and is renewable on an annual basis. Salary will be determined based on the experience of the candidate and the University guidelines for Postdoctoral Fellows/Visiting Scholar. Stanford University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. To apply or acquire more information, please submit your CV and contact information for three references to:
Patricia Riley
Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford
Department of Radiology
Stanford University
1201 Welch Rd, Rm P093, MC 5484
Stanford, CA 94305-5484
periley@stanford.edu
Tomographic image reconstruction research for clinical molecular imaging (Research Assistant or Post Doctoral Fellow)
Apply your skills to solving clinical cancer imaging problems. A position for a motivated graduate student or post-doctoral fellow is available within the Molecular Imaging Instrumentation Laboratory at Stanford. Our lab designs and builds advanced biomedical imaging systems and algorithms for characterizing the molecular signatures of cancer, heart disease, and neurological disorders in living subjects.
We are looking for outstanding candidates, with excellent analytical skills and a strong interest in advancing medical imaging technology.
The work involves the development and implementation of advanced iterative tomographic image reconstruction code for the newest generation of clinical PET scanners (with so-called photon "time-of-flight" capabilities) and includes a unique collaboration with industry. Due to the complexity of the problem, most of the computations will be accelerated using a graphics processing unit (GPU) cluster.
The candidate will be involved with all of the following:
- Investigating advanced image reconstruction topics
- Exploring and prototyping new tomographic reconstruction algorithms on a GPU
- Establish a GPU computational platform
- Validate code by rigorous image quality and quantification tests
- Collaborate with industry on implementation
Excellent programming skills are required. Experience in the following topics will be highly valued:
- Graphics programming or other parallel architectures
- Statistical estimation and optimization
- Medical imaging systems (analysis, modeling, reconstruction)
- Simulation techniques (Monte-Carlo, analytical calculations)
- Medical physics
The position is funded by a 3-year grant that begins in July 2009 and is ideal for a Ph.D. dissertation research topic or post-doctoral training. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
To apply, please contact pratx@stanford.edu with a resume or CV.
Molecular Imaging of Hypoxia
Postdoctoral Position
Two postdoctoral positions are available immediately within the Imaging Radiobiology Laboratory in the MIPS program. The successful applicants will lead efforts to develop new hypoxia-targeted molecular imaging techniques and to apply these techniques to study the role of hypoxia in tumor biology. This is a federally- and industrially-funded collaborative research program between Drs. Ted Graves (egraves@stanford.edu) and Amato Giaccia (Radiation Oncology). The candidate must have a PhD degree in molecular biology, cell biology, bioengineering, or a related field. Experience with cell culture, construction of genetic vectors, and small animal handling are preferred. The position will remain open until filled and is renewable on an annual basis. Salary will be based on University guidelines for postdoctoral fellows and will be in the range of $43,000-$50,000, commensurate with experience. Stanford University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Scientific Program Manager
The Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford (MIPS) is searching for a Scientific Program Manager to help with management of its Early Cancer Detection Center. The potential candidate will work in collaboration with government agencies including National Institutes of Health (NIH), nonprofit organizations and other companies for improvement of the center. The major responsibility of this position will be to work with the Office of Medical Development to organize and optimize approaches to developing fundraising activities, assist, financial targets and tracking results, ensuring research resources, and preparing grant applications. The individual will advise Early Cancer Detection Center on potential funding resources. The candidate will assist, advise and guide in research methods, studies and experiments between the various wet-labs of the center. The acquaintance with the different labs will allow the successful candidate to facilitate cross collaboration amongst the different labs in imaging, proteomics, genomics, etc. This necessitates the requirement for experience with cell/molecular biology and ideally the use of imaging, proteomics, etc. in biological applications such as cancer research and clinical oncology. Translating scientific concepts into written proposals will be required. An adequate amount of time spent on manuscript preparation will also be required. Excellent communication skills are critical. The ability to interact with a diverse group of scientists and a proven track record in scientific management is highly desirable.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in cell/molecular biology, pharmacology, chemistry, or equivalent in a related field. Must have 2-3 years experience with some aspect of early cancer detection (imaging, proteomics, genomics, etc.). Preferably, the candidate will be familiar with molecular biology and have a background in biochemistry and/or cell/molecular biology. Exposure to molecular imaging also important but not necessary.
Submit CV with three reference letters to:
http://jobs.stanford.edu/find_a_job.html
Chemist (Visiting Scholar/Postdoctoral Fellow) in Imaging Probe Development
A Visiting Scholar/Postdoctoral Fellow position is available immediately in MIPS. The successful candidate will join a research group focusing on cancer molecular imaging. The candidate must have a PhD degree in synthetic Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Radiochemistry, or a related field. Hands-on experience and knowledge in the multi-steps synthesis of small molecules are required. Strong communication skills and success in working in a team environment is required. Experience with PET/SPECT radiochemistry are preferred but not required. This position will remain open until filled and is renewable on an annual basis. Salary will be determined based on the experience of the candidate and the University guidelines for Postdoctoral Fellows/Visiting Scholar. Stanford University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Molecular Biologist (Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Associate Position) in Molecular Imaging
A Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Associate position is available immediately in MIPS. The successful candidate will join a research group focusing on cancer molecular imaging. The candidate must have a PhD, MD or equivalent with specialization in Molecular Biology. Preference will be given to candidates with a combination of the following skill-sets: cell culture and assays, molecular biology and cloning techniques, bioluminescence/fluorescence optical imaging, PET imaging, animal surgery and handling techniques, This position will remain open until filled and is renewable on an annual basis. Salary will be determined based on the experience of the candidate and the University guidelines for Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Associate. Stanford University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
For the above two positions, to apply, please submit your CV with three reference letters to:
Ms. Susan Singh
Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford
Department of Radiology
Stanford University
1201 Welch Rd, P093
Stanford, CA 94305-5484
susan.singh@stanford.edu
fax (650) 736-7925.
Cancer Nanotechnology
Post Doctoral Position
An immediate opening is available to study cancer nanotechnology. The potential candidate is expected to prepare and characterize nanoparticles for biomedical imaging applications. Previous experience in making biocompatible iron oxide nanoparticles and quantum dots is essential. Hands-on experience in MRI and optical imaging devices is a plus. Interested candidate please send CV, 3-5 page research plan, and three letters of recommendation to: periley@stanford.edu. Visit the Cancer Molecular Imaging Chemistry Laboratory (CMICL) for more information.
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Radiochemistry Research Assistant
Research assistant candidates must possess a minimum B.S. or M.S. in chemistry with synthetic experience and interpretation of analytical data (NMR, MS, IR, UV). Primary responsibilities include preparing daily routine radiopharmaceuticals for clinical use and maintaining records mandated by the radiation safety office and FDA. Good written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently on assigned tasks, and function in a multidisciplinary environment are required. Routine maintenance on small laboratory equipment (HPLC, vacuum pumps, etc.) and basic biological sciences knowledge are also desired but not necessary.
Staff Radiochemist
Candidates must have a M.S. in chemistry with synthetic and radiochemistry experience (2 yrs) or Ph.D. in organic or medicinal chemistry with experience in multi-step synthesis and radiochemistry (F-18 and C-11). Individual will also prepare routine and/or promising radiopharmaceuticals safely for human use under FDA-guidelines (i.e. GMP and FDA regulations, RDRC/eIND/IND applications). In addition to routine radiopharmaceutical production, the successful candidate will develop new [F-18] and [C-11]-labeled radiopharmaceuticals as well as radiosynthetic methods for MIPS. Good written and verbal communication skills are essential. Experience with microwave chemistry, microfluidics, and biology are strongly desired but not necessary.
Post Doctoral Radiochemist
Postdoctoral candidates must have a Ph.D. in organic or medicinal chemistry with experience in multi-step synthesis and want to learn the processes (i.e. GMP and FDA regulations, IND applications) involved in preparing routine and/or promising radiopharmaceuticals safely for human use under FDA-guidelines. In addition to routine radiopharmaceutical production, the successful candidate will be expected to help develop new [F-18] and [C-11]-labeled radiopharmaceuticals as well as radiosynthetic methods for MIPS. Good written and verbal communication skills are essential. Experience with HPLC, micro-scale reactions, radiochemistry, and biology background is strongly desired but not necessary.
Submit CV with three reference letters to:
Patricia Riley
Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford
Department of Radiology
Stanford University
1201 Welch Rd, Rm P093, MC 5484
Stanford, CA 94305-5484
periley@stanford.edu
or fax (650) 721-6712. Applications will be considered after January 1, 2008 and will continue until the positions are filled.
Last updated November 20, 2009
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